If you’re looking for a place to get away for the day, check out River Bend Forest Preserve in Mahomet, featuring Champaign County’s largest lake.
Visiting Imagination Grove Near Bloomington-Normal
Imagination Grove at the Sugar Grove Nature Center is well worth the short drive from Champaign-Urbana — find out why we love this natural playscape.
Slide on your Snowshoes and Hit Trails Near You Around Central Illinois
Anywhere you could go for a walk or a hike proves to be a great place to try out snowshoeing. No hills required, no road-tripping necessary.
Hidden Treasure in Central Illinois: Weldon Springs State Park
Weldon Springs State Park, less than one hour from Champaign-Urbana, makes for a quiet retreat into nature for families.
The Perfect Family Hike: Explore the Sangamon River Forest Preserve near Fisher
The Sangamon River Forest Preserve, located between Mahomet and Fisher, is a quiet nature escape with very doable trails for your family to enjoy together.